CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
- Problem
- Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2016 XC90 vehicles. Exposure to heat and humidity may cause the engine coolant bleeder hose to crack, resulting in a coolant leak.
- Risk
- If the coolant leak goes unnoticed, coolant may accumulate in the catalytic converter heat shield insulation and catch fire when the vehicle is stationary, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Volvo Cars will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine side coolant bleeder hose, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29936.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A coolant bleeder hose on the engine can crack after long exposure to heat and humidity, causing a coolant leak. If the leak goes unnoticed, coolant can collect in the insulation of the catalytic converter heat shield. When the vehicle is stopped, that coolant can catch fire, which increases the risk of injury.
Volvo will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the engine-side coolant bleeder hose at no charge. Owners can contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 with questions about this recall, referenced as Volvo recall R29936. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo XC90 | 2016 |
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